Ceramics Lab Technician: Kiln & Glaze (Part-Time)

Southwestern Community College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwestern Community College seeks a part-time Heritage Arts Ceramics Lab Assistant to manage kiln operations, glaze preparation, and lab upkeep. The role involves firing kilns, mixing glazes, reclaiming clay, and maintaining the studio and glaze lab.

Fridays are required, and candidates should have basic ceramics knowledge, with preferred advanced certifications. The position supports sales of clay and technical assistance during scheduled hours.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of ceramics required.
• Preferred Master Potters Certificate, Associates in Fine Art, or higher.
• Competent with hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Kiln operation, including loading, unloading, and programming kilns.
• Mixing of glazes, slips, and stains.
• Reclaiming clay in a pug mill.
• Clean and organize studio, kiln room, glaze lab.
• Expected to work Fridays weekly.

Skills

Basic ceramics knowledge

Hand and power tool use

Cleaning and studio organization

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Master Potter's Certificate

Associates in Fine Art

Job description

Southwestern Community College seeks a part-time Heritage Arts Ceramics Lab Assistant to manage kiln operations, glaze preparation, and lab upkeep. The role involves firing kilns, mixing glazes, reclaiming clay, and maintaining the studio and glaze lab.

Fridays are required, and candidates should have basic ceramics knowledge, with preferred advanced certifications. The position supports sales of clay and technical assistance during scheduled hours.